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Street Fighter at 30: Why we love this hilariously bad video game movie

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At 30, the hilariously bad Street Fighter movie remains a cult classic, defying the odds to become one of the most successful video game adaptations of its era.
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  • The Street Fighter movie grossed $35 million domestically and $99.4 million worldwide, far surpassing disastrous adaptations like Super Mario Bros. and Double Dragon from the same era.
  • Despite its reputation as a campy mess, the Street Fighter film has developed a loyal following over the decades, cementing its status as a beloved cult classic among fans of the source material.
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